07/07/2020
07/07/2020
Local News for Westport, Connecticut
07/07/2020
07/07/2020
Comings & Goings: Da Pietro’s Closes
After a 30-year run, Da Pietro’s, 36 Riverside Ave., has closed for good, another victim of COVID-19. It was only last month that the Italian restaurant had reopened for takeout and delivery. “The impact of COVID-19 has made it impossible for us to continue service without a robust takeout demand. As such, our run has READ MORE.
07/07/2020
One person injured in I-95 crash
WESTPORT – A person was transported to the hospital following a crash on Interstate 95 Monday afternoon, according to fire officials. The crash happened on the southbound side of I-95 near Exit 18, fire officials said in a release. Officials did not release any further information. Read the rest of the article on thehour.com READ MORE.
07/07/2020
New School Boss Outlines Preferred Communications Methods
By Jarret Liotta Holding its first in-person meeting in months, the Board of Education (BOE) today met at Staples High School to talk about communication with its new Superintendent of Schools Thomas Scarice. Thomas Scarice, Westport’s new superintendent of schools, takes part in his first Board of Education meeting today. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Jarret Liotta READ MORE.
07/07/2020
Westport Fire Dept.: Earlier this afternoon, the …
Earlier this afternoon, the Westport Fire Department responded to Interstate 95 for a motor vehicle accident with reported injuries. Westport EMS transported one patient to an area hospital. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/07/2020
Star Inc.: STAR Billboards are UP …
STAR Billboards are UP TODAY! Check them out! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/06/2020
Westport Library: .@JennieFinch ‘s underhand fastball …
.@JennieFinch ‘s underhand fastball pitch comes in at about 68 miles per hour- that’s about as fast as a cheetah! We are just 3 days away from this powerhouse pitcher’s virtual visit to the Library. Don’t miss out, register for the July 9th event: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/06/2020
Douglas T. Dryburgh, 50
Douglas T. Dryburgh, a graduate of Staples High School, class of 1987, died recently after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 50. Douglas Dryburgh: Staples graduate Contributed photo Douglas arrived in Westport from Palos Verdes, California as a sophomore. He quickly adjusted to life at Compo Beach and became an intricate part of the READ MORE.
07/06/2020
End of Day
Boats and kayaks are secured late today at Westport’s Longshore Sailing School after a busy summer Sunday on the water. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo Read the article on westportnow.com READ MORE.
07/06/2020
I-95 Crash
2020-07-05 @ 7:48pm–#Westport CT– #cttraffic– A multi-vehicle crash on I-95 southbound near exit 17. No word on any injuries, first responders just arriving. The post I-95 Crash appeared first on DoingItLocal. Read the rest of the article on doingitlocal.com READ MORE.
07/06/2020
Monday, July 6, 2020
Westport Town Offices, Schools, Senior Center, & Library are closed. 10 a.m. – 646-876-9923 ID: 85130042030# – Senior Center Policy & Planning Board 4 p.m. – Staples Cafeteria – Board of Education (masks must be worn by all attendees) Westport Senior Center YouTube Channel Westport Library Event Calendar Westport Library YouTube Page Earthplace YouTube Channel READ MORE.07/05/2020
Westport News: Shoplifter With Low Blood Sugar
2020-07-05@5:43pm–#Bridgeport CT– A shoplifter in custody at Stop and Shop at 1790 Post Rd East is complaining of low blood sugar. EMS on the way. This news report is made possible by: The post Westport News: Shoplifter With Low Blood Sugar appeared first on DoingItLocal. Read the rest of the article on doingitlocal.com READ MORE.07/05/2020
New site aims to be Westport’s virtual Yellow Pages
Using more than 70 volunteers including college and high school students, the creators of Westport Marketplace created a list of every business in town. Read the rest of the article on westport-news.com READ MORE.
07/05/2020
CT State Parks: Sherwood Island State Park, …
Sherwood Island State Park, Westport,CT is closed due to Parking Lot Full To Capacity Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/05/2020
The Artists Collective of Westport Goes 24/7 @47 Main
The Artists Collective of Westport today announced the launch a new pandemic friendly exhibition called 24/7 @ 47 Main. “Flag” by Elizabeth DeVoll is one of the works in the exhibition. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo The exhibition which features 81 artists from The Collective is available 24/7 at three different locations — one physical READ MORE.
07/05/2020
A Different 4th of July Celebration at Compo
By Jarret Liotta It was not the intense celebration traditionally seen at Compo Beach on the night of Westport’s July 4 fireworks, Brother and sister Steve and Lisa Girden still hosted their annual Independence Day party at the family house on Soundview Drive, though instead of having 100 guests the number was kept under 25. READ MORE.
07/05/2020
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Westport Senior Center & Library are closed. 7 p.m. – 50 Imperial Ave. – Drive In & Soul Concert: Tom Petty Project (sold out) Westport Senior Center YouTube Channel Westport Library Event Calendar Westport Library YouTube Page Earthplace YouTube Channel Virtual Westport Museum for History & Culture See more events: Celebrate Westport Calendar Read the READ MORE.
07/04/2020
Runners Up & Honorable Mentions
Second and third place winners and honorable mentions in the PAL and Parks & Rec. 4th of July house decorating contest. Contributed photos Read the article on westportnow.com READ MORE.
07/04/2020
Town of Westport, CT: Westport First Selectman Jim …
Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe – Independence Day Message. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/04/2020